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Property Taxes Frequently Asked Questions
Erroneous Payments FAQ's
Q. What is an Erroneous Payment?
A. When a payment has been made in error by a taxpayer or mortgage company to the tax collector.
Q. How do I correct an Erroneous Payment?
A. You must first make a written request for reimbursement by Certified Mail, return receipt requested, to the owner of the property. Mail a copy of the written request for reimbursement to the Revenue Collection Division office.
Q. How long do I have to recover my money?
A. Requests for refunds of taxes that were paid in error must be made within two (2) years from the date of the erroneous payment and before the property on which taxes were paid is transferred to a third party for consideration.
Q. How long does the property owner have to reimburse me?
A. The owner of the property on which the taxes were erroneously paid has within 45 days to reimburse after demand.
Q. What if the property owner fails to reimburse me?
A. If the owner of the property fails to reimburse you with 45 days, you may apply to the Revenue Collection Division for a refund.
The application should include proof of the claim:
(1) A copy of the written request for reimbursement.
(2) The return receipt showing that the original request was mailed to the property owner.
(3) Proof of payment (original paid tax receipt)
(4) A Completed Application for refund of Ad Valorem Taxes (DR-462) -- (.pdf) 22 kb.
Q. Where do I submit my application?
The application should be submitted to:
Broward County Revenue Collection
Attn: Erroneous Payment Section
115 South Andrews Avenue, Room A-100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Q. Is there a phone number I can call to check on the status of my application?
A. For information regarding your claim, please call 954-468-3426.
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